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Inside the Part 108 NPRM: Industry Reactions, Predictions, and Impacts
On-demand Webinar | Free
The FAA’s recently released Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations represents one of the most significant regulatory steps for the drone industry to date. As stakeholders across the ecosystem weighed in during the now-concluded comment period, questions remain about how the final rule will shape operations, certification, and the future of commercial UAV adoption.
Join Commercial UAV News and a panel of leading experts as we explore the key themes that emerged through conversations with industry peers during the comment period, assess what the industry may expect from the FAA’s final rule, and consider how expanded BVLOS access could redefine business models and operational opportunities across multiple sectors.
In this webinar, attendees will learn:
- How proposed changes in Part 108 could impact pilot training and certification
- What technologies and operational standards may be required for BVLOS approvals
- Predictions from industry experts on the potential shape of the final rule
- The long-term implications of BVLOS access for commercial drone operations across different sectors
Speakers
Greg Reverdiau, Co-Founder, Pilot Institute
Greg co-founded Pilot Institute in 2019, which has quickly grown to one of the largest online training institutions in the world. Greg has been an aviation professional since the early 2000s and has a Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science and a Masters Degree in Aviation Human Factors, both from the Florida Institute of Technology. Greg holds current Certified Flight Instructor, Commercial Pilot (for single and multi engine), and UAS Remote Pilot FAA certificates. He has worked for two of the biggest aeronautical universities in the country and in teaching roles as assistant professor and program chair. He now concentrates on educating the next generation of manned and unmanned pilots by creating online courses.
Rob Knochenhauer, Director of Regulatory Affairs, Censys Technologies
Rob Knochenhauer is the Director of Regulatory Affairs for Censys Technologies and brings a unique array of industry experiences to support Censys’ strategic goals by working in concert with Censys’ engineering team and the FAA to develop the next generation of UAS to perform more complex Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations for Censys’ customers. Starting his career as a certificated Airframe & Powerplant aircraft mechanic, Rob transitioned into engineering where he spent fifteen years supporting and ultimately leading the development of numerous UxS (ground, sea & air with Foster-Miller and Aurora Flight Sciences). In recent years, Rob has been on the leading edge of developing a pathway to integrate UAS operations into the NAS. Prior to his role with Censys, Rob supported MassDOT’s UAS program by developing strategy for complex UAS operations (corridor BVLOS) and started the commercial UAS chapter of his career as the director of flight operations for GreenSight.
Zaida McGhee, Founding Partner and Author, Angulo McGhee APC
Zaida McGhee is the founding partner of Angulo McGhee, APLC a law firm representing clients in litigation and transactional matters. Among Angulo McGhee’s clients are Fortune 500 companies, international companies, major construction companies, and numerous other business entities.
Zaida is the lead author of Drone Law, Thomson Reuters’ first book on UAS law which was originally published in April 2022, and is republished and updated twice a year. The book provides guidance on applicable laws and regulations covering everything from manufacturer compliance and drone operations to choice of law and tort principles. In addition to its use by law firms, UAS companies, professors, and others in the drone field, the book is being used to teach a drone law class at the University of Baltimore School of Law. Zaida is also a co-author of Thomson Reuters’ multivolume, California Civil Practice: Torts set which encompasses 45 chapters of an array of tort issues including aviation law.
Moderator
Scott Howe, Content Specialist, Commercial UAV News
Scott Howe is the Editorial Analyst for Commercial UAV News. He is a writer and editor with 40 years of experience working in fields such as higher education, healthcare, finance, and insurance. A native of Massachusetts, he currently lives in Portland, Maine.
